Sox Rout Pilgrims as White Sox Triumph 4-0
Chicago fans saw Frank Smith dominate on the mound for the White Sox in a 4-0 victory over Boston. Chicago tallied in the fourth and fifth innings with hits from Davis Smith Donahue and Sullivan as Pruitt’s delivery drew warnings. The win boosted the Sox after yesterday’s defeat and kept them ahead in the pennant chase.
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Tenneyites Overcome Cubs in Final Boston Victory
Boston's Tenneyites, led by Pat Flaherty, defeated Chance's Cubs 6 to 1 in a tense game. Flaherty pitched well while Ritchey and Brain sparked Boston with timely hits and sturdy defense. Bridwell and Evers produced late Cubs rallies, but a critical double play and Boston rallies sealed the win.
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Tinker
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Washington 8 Cleveland 0 in American League game
Washington pitchers Liebhardt and Berger dominated Cleveland offense as the visitors won 8 0. Cleveland managed only Bemis’s single batted for Liebhardt with Ganley nearly making a spectacular catch. Stolen bases by Stovall Birmingham Remis Jones Anderson Ganley Cross aided the rout. Time two hours, umpire Connolly.
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Philadelphia Edges Detroit 1-0 on Late Error
In Detroit on May 20, Downs misplayed Murphy's line drive in the ninth, allowing Cross to score after a walk for the game's lone run. Eubank and Plank pitched well as Detroit were shut out for the first time this season amid bitter cold.
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St Louis Tops New York 3–2 in Tight Baseball Clash
St Louis defeated New York by 3 to 2 as bunched hits fueled the victory. Hemphill hit a three base shot, Doyle and Glade walked and struck out several batters, with Hoffmann Niles and Conroy stealing bases. Left on bases were 6 for St Louis and 7 for New York. Time 2 hours 17 minutes. Umpires O Loughlin and Stafford.
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Readville Speed Trials Postponed to Morning
Wet tracks at Readville due to morning rain delayed the Down East auction speed trials. Horses remained at the track stables with a large crowd observing. A special train runs from South station at 9 30 each morning to the grandstand and back after the sale.
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Boxing Gossip Promises Maine Middleweight Showdowns
The Maine middleweight title bout pits Bartly Connolly of Portland against Dick OBrien of Lewiston on May 29 at City Hall Lewiston with a special train for 300 fans. Promoter Marty Sullivan backs Portland accommodations. Discussions hint at July island bout Briggs versus Corbett, and Portland boxing buzz grows with new clubs forming in Hallowell and Rockland seeking key matchups.
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Malden High Defeats Tufts 2d Nine 10 to 4
Malden High beat Tufts 2d team 10 to 4 on the athletic field. Doyle pitched for Malden in his first appearance, puzzling the college hitters as the home club showed improved batting. The line score lists Malden 10 runs on 10 hits and 5 errors, Tufts 4 runs on 9 hits and 0 errors.
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Tech Freshman Ball Team Wins Class Championship
The Tech freshman baseball team closed its season Saturday by defeating the sophomores 10 to 8 to claim the class championship. Standout players included Loutit and O Hearn behind the plate, Hurley and Maxcy as pitchers, Greene at first, Harris at third, Jones at short, Billings at second, with Chase Arkell and a Taft School catcher in the outfield. Captain Maxcy led coaching and all players in the two final games will receive numerals.
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Many crews entered for American Henley regatta
Philadelphia May 20 The American Rowing Association board announced entries for the fifth annual regatta on the Schuylkill River this Saturday. Georgetown junior eight will race in the college event for the first time joining Harvard Yale Pennsylvania and Cornell in a large college contingent. Pennsylvania and Harvard lead with multiple crews as New York and Poughkeepsie clubs add to the strong field. The list includes events across single double four and eight oared shells with entrants from Philadelphia B C Metropolitan B C University B C and others.
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Lawrence takes late swing as New Bedford collapses
Lawrence won 6 to 15 in a late surge after New Bedford stalled, while Lee pitched well for Lawrence. A ninth inning brawl saw Valdois throw a ball into the crowd and swing at a spectator after a dispute at first base.
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Valdois
New England Baseball Box Score Fragment
In a partial box score from New England, Pickett records two-base hits and drives in runs while Sylvester Guiheen and Grant contribute infield plays. Errors and bases on balls are noted with Pitchers Kenniston and Reiss combining for the pitching line and Connolly as umpire.
Lynn 4 Brockton 3 in New England ball game
Lynn defeats Brockton 4 to 3 in nine innings as Cutting leaves after allowing four hits. O'Toole replaces him for Lynn and earns the win. Spencer and F Steele pace the offense with two-base hits as Lynn breaks a late Brockton lead.
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Worcester 3, Haverhill 1 in slow Worcester victory
Worcester defeats Haverhill 3 to 1 in a slow game May 20. McCabe's three base hit stands out as the longest inside the fence this season while Sline allows only five hits and 10 strikeouts. Reynolds and Knotts contribute offense as Worcester improves outlook.
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Flaherty Shines in Win Over Pittsburg Ladies Day News
Flaherty nets quick points and sharp passes as Dorchester teams prepare for May matches. St. Louis visits today while Highland Club seeks away games May 25 to 30 with fast opponents. Dorchester and St Alphonsus meet on American grounds with free admission for ladies. Mission Church Band concert precedes game.
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Brooklyns Fall Short Against Pittsburg in Tight Loss
In Brooklyn on May 20 the Brooklyns were unable to clinch a win, losing 3 to Pittsburg in a closely contested game. Key players from both teams contributed scoring and defense as the outcome remained in question late.
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Strikes and Runs in Ames vs St Louis Tilt
New York 2 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 4 St Louis 0 2 0 0 0 0 3 0 x 5. Two-base hits Devlin Holly Murray. Home run Strang. Hits off Taylor eight in 7 1 3 innings, off Ames one in 2 3 innings, off Ferguson 0 in 1 inning. Sacrifice hits Taylor Beckley. Stolen bases Byrne Burch. Double plays Dahlen and McGann Bennett and Beckley Brown and Beckley. Left on bases New York 9 St Louis 3 5. First base on balls off Browne 5 off Ames 1. Hit by pitch Brown 1. Struck out Taylor 6 Ames 2 Ferguson 2 Brown 1. Passed ball Bresnahan wild pitch Brown. Time 2h 5m Umpires Emslie and O Day.
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Wrestling at the Columbia: Clayton vs Hanson for title shot
The Columbia Theatre hosts Clayton the English lightweight and Fritz Hanson of Worcester for a New England lightweight title match. The winner faces titleholder Bothner next, with Hanson praised as a swift, resilient grappler and Lundin’s protege.
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Philadelphia Defeats Cincinnati in Pitchers Battle
Philadelphia edged Cincinnati in a pitchers' duel, crossing the plate in the eighth inning on three singles and a sacrifice to seize the lead and win.
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